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The man vested with observing the ceasefire in the Middle East between Egypt and Israel, General Anzio Silasvo, has had a meeting in Cairo with the Egyptian Deputy Minster of Foreign Affairs, Mr.

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The man vested with observing the ceasefire in the Middle East between Egypt and Israel, General Anzio Silasvo, has had a meeting in Cairo with the Egyptian Deputy Minster of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Salah Gowher. General Silasvo heads the United Nations truce observer force.

General Silasvo's discussions with Mr. Gowher centre on the maintenance of the existing ceasefire. The ceasefire was agreed between the United Arab Republic and Israel shortly after the death of President Nasser in September. The extension is due to expire on February 5.

There have been several reported incidents along the Suez Canal in recent weeks, and these also were believed to have been discussed in General Silasvo's round of talks.